A view of a ski village at the base of a mountain in BC
Silver Star Mountain Resort | Destination BC/Blake Jorgenson

Ski Resorts

Explore winter’s wonderland

British Columbia is home to 13 destination ski resorts, and no two ride the same.

From the storm-charged coast to the Rockies’ deep interior, you’ll find everything from wide-open bowls to steep tree lines, all backed by a steady snowpack and a down-to-earth mountain culture. And when the lifts stop spinning, the vibe shifts—but it doesn’t slow down. Après here ushers in the night with boot-stomping patios, local pours, and stories shared long after the last run.

Ski Resorts

Apex Mountain Resort

One of British Columbia’s hidden treasures, thanks to terrific snow and varied terrain.
Terrain:450ha/1,112ac
Vertical:610m/2,000ft
Airport:Penticton Airport (YYF)
Apex Mountain Resort | James Quad

Big White Ski Resort

One big winter playground where you'll find loads of deep Okanagan powder.
Terrain:1,147ha/2,834ac
Vertical:777m/2,550ft
Airport:Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
Big White | Blake Jorgenson

Fernie Alpine Resort

Serious powderhounds make the trek to the southeastern corner of BC to ski here.
Terrain:1,013ha/2,500+ac
Vertical:1,082m/3,550ft
Airport:Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC)
Two skiers at Fernie Alpine Resort
Fernie Alpine Resort | Reuben Krabbe

Kicking Horse Mountain Resort

Home to four alpine bowls and chutes that keep skiers exploring for days.
Terrain:1,416ha/3,500+ac
Vertical:1,315m/4,314ft
Airport:Calgary International Airport (YYC)
Kicking Horse Mountain Resort | Reuben Krabbe

Kimberley Alpine Resort

Known for consistent snowfall, short lift lines, and abundant sunny days.
Terrain:728ha/1,800ac
Vertical:751m/2,465ft
Airport:Canadian Rockies International Airport (YXC)
Kimberley Alpine Resort | Leigh and Spring McClurg

Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Ski-to-surf views and some of the deepest snow in the west define this Vancouver Island resort.
Terrain:688ha/1,700ac
Vertical:505m/1,657ft
Airport:Comox Valley Airport (YQQ)
Mount Washington Alpine Resort

Panorama Mountain Resort

Friendly, accessible, and laidback, this is a favourite ski destination for families.
Terrain:1,203ha/2,975ac
Vertical:1,300m/4,265ft
Airport:Calgary Int'l Airport (YYC)

Red Mountain Resort

Wide-open groomers, 360-degree descents, and some of the best tree runs in BC.
Terrain:1,558ha/3,850ac
Vertical:890m/2,919ft
Airport:Trail Regional Airport (YZZ)
Downhill skiing at Red Mountain Resort
Red Mountain Resort | Destination BC/Kari Medig

Revelstoke mountain resort

Canada’s newest ski resort claims the longest lift-served vertical in North America.
Terrain:1,263ha/3,121ac
Vertical:1,713m/5,620ft
Airport:Kelowna International Airport (YLW)
A trio of skiers at Revelstoke Mountain Resort
Revelstoke Mountain Resort

Silverstar Mountain Resort

A big mountain with a small-town feel, where a mid-mountain village offers ski-in/ski-out access to the slopes.
Terrain:1,328ha/3,282ac
Vertical:760m/2,493ft
Airport:Kelowna International Airport (YLW)

Sun Peaks Resort

Frequent bluebird powder days, long cruisers, incredible tree skiing, and an enormous terrain park.
Terrain:1,728ha/4,400ac
Vertical:895m/2,936ft
Airport:Kamloops Airport (YKA)

Whistler Blackcomb

Two mountains, connected by the PEAK 2 PEAK Gondola, offer more than 200 marked runs, 16 alpine bowls, and three glaciers.
Terrain:3,307ha/8,171ac
Vertical:1,610m/5,280ft
Airport:Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Whistler Blackcomb Ski Resort | Destination BC/Randy Lincks

Whitewater Mountain Resort

This Kootenay mountain hideaway has some of the deepest, driest powder around.
Terrain:1,314ha/3,247ac
Vertical:614m/2,014ft
Airport:West Kootenay Regional Airport (YCG)
Whitewater Ski Resort | Kari Medig